So the next day...

The day after I make this vow, I went out and bought boots. Not strictly necessary! Not horribly expensive but not cheap either. So I know that footwear was not included on my list of no retail products, but I feel like I cheated anyway.

So there's my rather self-indulgent confession.

New Challenge

Okay--I have a new challenge for myself. I will abstain from adding anything to my wardrobe unless it is

a) handmade
b) second-hand
or c) fair trade

with the exception of socks, shoes, and underwear.

This is mostly because I am becoming disillusioned with the current economic system. I'm not just talking about the recession; I mean we have to start doing things differently or the whole system is going to stop working some day. So this is where I am starting.

Wish me luck!